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Provincial champs - The Drayton Pee Wee Rep team won the Ontario Minor Hockey Association D championship with a series win over Muskoka. Team members are, from left: front, Raegan Cressman, Shawn Culp; second row, Steve Skerritt, Adam Chittick, Ian Geffros, Kyle Mulder, Keegan McIntosh, Payton McIsaac, Griffen Jack; third row, Ethan Albrecht, Tyler Franklin, Brett Armstrong, Cody Burnett, Josh DeWeerd; back, coaches – Brian Debeyer, Bryce Good, Joe Heenan, Jason Jack. submitted photo
Drayton Pee Wees win all-Ontario championship DRAYTON - The Drayton Pee Wee Rep team are allOntario champions. The team won the Ontario Minor Hockey Association D championship this past weekend after besting Muskoka three 3-1 in a sixpoint series.
NWHC gets top 10 score MOUNT FOREST North Wellington Health Care (NWHC) achieved a score in the top 10 per cent of Ontario hospitals for Acute Care Inpatient Experience in a recently-released National Research Corporation Canada (NRCC) report. The report is based on patient ratings of overall satisfaction and likelihood of patients recommending NWHC to family and friends. The purpose of the survey is to highlight excellent performance based on patient perceptions and to identify hospitals that may have good practices in place that others may be interested in learning. “This validation is a reflection of the expertise, care and humanity delivered throughout every North Wellington Health Care department.� said hospital board chair Tom Sullivan. Continued on page 3
Drayton travelled to Port Carling on March 21 for game four with a 2-1 series lead and finished Muskoka off with a 3-0 victory. After losing the first game in overtime to Muskoka, 2-1, Drayton battled back in game
two with 1-0 win and a nail biter 4-3 overtime victory in game three. Drayton goalies, Shawn Culp and Raegan Cressman each recorded a shutout during the final series. Heading to Muskoka with a chance to clinch the title,
the team played a “very calm and precise game� said coach Jason Jack, capitalizing on two chances and topping it off with an empty netter. For some team members, this was their third OMHA final in a row and their second championship.
Norwell students are recognized for Sears drama festival performances GUELPH - Students from Norwell District High School were recognized for their efforts at the Sears Ontario Drama Festival held at John F. Ross Collegiate Vocational Institute here from March 2 to 5. The director and cast of the Norwell District Secondary School production, Selfie, were recognized with merit awards for using creative imagery to tell a story. Norwell cast member Ben Wideman also received an acting award. Productions that will be moving on to regional event to be held in Barrie the week of April 13, are Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute’s The Ding Dong Theory, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School’s Apostrophe’s and John F. Ross’ The Actor’s Nightmare.
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by Patrick Raftis WELLINGTON COUNTY – A campaign by WellingtonHalton Hills MPP Ted Arnott to have the local portion of Highway 6 renamed the Jack Johnson Memorial Highway has received support from local municipalities, including Mapleton. Because the Ministry of Transportation requires a resolution of support from each municipality the highway passes through, Arnott requested support from local councils recently. Johnson served as an MPP from 1975-1990. This year marks the 40th anniversary of his first election and what would have been his 85th birthday. He was the first MPP to represent the riding of Wellington, which included the County of Wellington in its entirety. “He was an honest, decent, hard working representative
who put his constituents first and was respected by everyone he worked with, from all sides of the political debate and MPPs from all parties,� stated Arnott in his appeal for support. “Since Jack Johnson was the first MPP to represent all of Wellington County in the Ontario Legislature, I believe that it would be a fitting tribute to rename Highway 6 – the highway that goes through the centre of Wellington County from north to south – in his honour.� Arnott pointed out there is precedent for renaming a highway in honour of a former MPP. Three other deceased MPPs, Leo Bernier, Bruce Crozier, and John M. Turner, have also had highways renamed in their honour in their areas. He also stated the only cost involved would be the cost of the sign, which he would approach the provincial transportation minContinued on page 3
Proposal to convert studio into residence is deferred by Patrick Raftis DRAYTON – Mapleton council is considering a rezoning request that would allow a prospective purchaser to convert a building here from institutional to residential use. Representatives of a Fergus law firm have applied for the rezoning on the Footlights Dance Studio property at 16 Spring Street on behalf of Nadia Jackson, who wants to convert the building, which was once a church, into living quarters. The change in zoning would allow the property to be used as a residence in keeping with the official plan and the nature of the neighbourhood. During a public meeting on March 10, the Wellington County planning department and Mapleton public works
director Brad McRoberts raised concerns about parking and driveway access. While supporting the application, McRoberts suggested in a written report that a survey be provided to ensure there is room on the east side of he building to access a driveway. McRoberts said currently there is not really a driveway on the property, just a grass path. He said the municipality needs to ensure residents will be able to park off the road allowance in order to avoid interfering with snow removal. No one offered concerns about the proposal during the public meeting. Afterward, council passed a resolution to defer approval for further discussion on issues, including onsite parking.
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Creative imagery - Norwell students Beth Grant, left, and Raven Lawson perform in the school’s Sears Ontario Drama Festival entry, Selfie, in Guelph on March 2. Adjudicators recognized the production for use of creative imagery. photo by Patrick Raftis
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GUELPH - Three Mapleton residents were among those recognized with 2015 Ontario Volunteer Service Medals in Guelph on March 18. Elbert Bouwman of Drayton, Theo van der Meulen of Alma and Romy Schill of Wallenstein were all recognized for five years of service to the Wellington Junior Farmers. Other members of the
Wellington Junior Farmers recognized at the event were Katherine Clyne, of Harriston, five years; and Alex Noble, of Harriston, and Kate McKenzie, of Elora, who received youth awards of distinction. Palmerston residents Ron Hodgins and Lynn Hodgins were recognized for 30 years of service to the Victorian Order of Nurses.
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WDGPH fears funding cuts will put an end to cost-saving dental program by Jaime Myslik ABOYNE – A cost-saving, life-enhancing oral health program at seven elementary schools in Wellington County, Guelph and Dufferin County, including one in Mapleton, is at risk of having its funding cut when a new amalgamated
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Under the new dental program, WDGPH said it is unsure what programs will remain covered through ministry funding. Public health initially targeted Centre Peel Public School in Drayton for the fluoride varnish, because many of the students had been identified as in urgent need of intervention, Hawkins said. “What I mean by urgent is that they’re either in pain or are likely to be in pain in the next four weeks and it’s primarily due to dental decay or tooth decay,” Hawkins added. Professionals come to the school and apply or “paint” the fluoride varnish onto the students’ teeth. Hawkins said it could take as little as two minutes for younger children with smaller teeth and five minutes for older students. The program is free to every student, as long as they have parental consent. The treatment is applied three times a year. The program is such a success at Centre Peel PS that the number of students with urgent dental care needs fell from 66 in 2005-06 to 11 in 2014-15. WDGPH has since rolled out the program at Princess Margaret, Brant Avenue, Priory Park, Westwood, Victoria Cross and Hyland Heights schools. “Right now, this fluoride varnish program is unique in
that we’re not having the kids show any documentation about financial need,” Hawkins said. “We’re not putting up administrative barriers that might impede access to care.” Even if students are regularly visiting the dentist, Hawkins said the fluoride applications will not do any harm to a child’s teeth, but it could be an additional benefit. Hawkins was clear in stating regular dental check-ups are still recommended. “This is not meant to be a replacement at all, but we recognize that for various different reasons people might not be able to access regular preventative care at the dental office,” he said. “This is really a supplement to that.” At the Feb. 4 WDGPH board meeting, medical officer of health Dr. Nicola Mercer said the entire program costs about $16,660 for all the schools per year. In comparison, she explained that between $132,000 and $155,000 was saved in 2008 in dental care costs for students at Centre Peel PS alone as a result of the fluoride varnish initiative. The results are prevalent at this pilot school. Rhonda Gingrich, the principal at Centre Peel PS, said her school has been transformed. “[It’s] making sure kids are taking good care of their teeth,
that they’ll be able to keep them for a long time, so that they don’t have to be sitting there with cavities or mouths blown out with a whole bunch of work that needs to done,” she said. Gingrich said the program fosters a positive relationship between dental health professionals and students. “We’re all happy to see the dental team come in here,” she said. “We’re happy, we have conversations, we have relationships, and then when you watch the dental team with our kids they know the kids on a first name basis. There’s great relationships there.” In addition to the fluoride varnish, Centre Peel PS students also brush their teeth daily at school. “It’s part of our healthy schools commitment,” she said. “It doesn’t matter if it’s physical exercise or what it is, it’s part of being a healthy, active human being and to live that, here as part of our school culture, is going to pay forward in the years to come in terms of positively impacting our students’ lives.” Though Hawkins said WDGPH has no intention of discontinuing the program, Gingrich said it would be a disappointment if the program was no longer offered. “The kids leaving here have had a very, very different expe-
rience, probably, than the ones before they had these opportunities given to them,” she said. Currently the fluoride varnish program is funded under the Healthy Smiles Ontario program, Hawkins explained. “It’s an uncertain future for this initiative and obviously we want it to continue because we’ve seen a great benefit from it and it’s the type of program that if it went away … there’s no replacement for it,” he said. Mercer said at the March 4 board of health meeting, she would like board chair Doug Auld to send a letter to Minister of Health and Long-Term Care Dr. Eric Hoskins asking for clarification on what the new amalgamated Healthy Smiles Ontario program will include, the public health components that will be funded, supports for vulnerable populations that will be offered and an indication of the services contained in the new program. The new program will amalgamate six different dental programs, including: Healthy Smiles Ontario, Children in Need of Treatment, Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program, Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities and preventative services run through public health. The board of health has approved that a letter be sent to Hoskins.
Floradale/Drayton series goes to decisive game Floradale 3 Drayton 1 The Floradale Rams forced a decisive game five with a 3-1 win over Drayton on Monday night. Pat Landman put Drayton ahead early in the first period with help from Brandon Rumph and Mark Timmerman, but Floradale’s Ryan Weber replied twice before the first intermission. Nick Martin added an insurance goal in the third to make
sure the A Division series went the distance. Game five was set for Tuesday March 24. Community 8 Missionary 3 With the B Division, best of three series tied 1-1, one team was walking away the winner after this contest. Missionary jumped ahead on goals by Dylan Bults and Bryan Deen. Gerald Martin cut the lead in half to put Community on the board before the end of the
first. The second period was almost all Community. Sam Bauman, Joe Clemmer (2), and Gerald Martin all found the back of the net to give Community a 5-2 lead. Matt Freund scored in the dying seconds of the second period to give Missionary some life, going into the final frame down only two goals. Community squashed any
hope of a miraculous comeback in the third. Tanner Hackbart and Cal Martin put the game out of reach. With just over two minutes remaining, Gerald Martin completed the hat trick and sealed the 8-3 win and the B division crown. Ryco Martin and Kev Gingrich each had three assists and Joe Clemmer added two helpers along with two goals. Submitted by Chris Metzger
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Crime Stoppers seeks public aid to solve local bank robbery
Arnott launches campaign to rename Highway 6 after MPP Jack Johnson
At approximately 4:50pm on Monday March 2nd 2015, a robbery occurred at a business “Royal Bank” located on Main Street East in Drayton. The suspect was last seen on foot, heading in an east direction on Main Street. Stolen was an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect is described as male, approximately 5-feet, 8-inches tall with a thin build, wearing a black and dark green spring coat, navy blue sport pants and a black toque and scarf. Anyone with information about this crime or other crimes can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online at www.csgw.tips. Callers never have to give a name or testify in court. If the information leads an arrest they may be eligible for a cash reward.
FROM PAGE ONE istry to cover. So far councils in Mapleton, Guelph-Eramosa and Puslinch have supported the idea. The Town of Erin has also supported the proposal even though Highway 6 does not pass through the municipality, while the Town of Minto, another municipality not on the route, simply received Arnott’s letter
for information. Centre Wellington Township was scheduled to deal with the request on Monday. “It’s about time,” commented councillor Dennis Craven at the March 10 Mapleton council meeting. “Yes, I think this one’s long overdue,” agreed Mapleton Mayor Neil Driscoll.
NWHC scores in top 10 Out for a walk - The Senior Centre for Excellence offers a walking program on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings at the PMD arena hall. Everyone is welcome to join the group starting at 9am. Out for a walk at a recent session were, from left: front, Jane Geerlinks, Simon VanGroningen, Greta VonGroningen, Alice VanAnkum, Jerry Koobs; back, Rose Funston, George VanAnkum, Floyd Schieck and Russel Funston. photo by Caroline Sealey
Public offered opportunity to consult on GRCA drinking water protection plan CAMBRIDGE - A 40-day public consultation period is underway on amendments to a plan to protect the sources of municipal drinking water in the Grand River watershed. The consultation period runs to April 24 and includes a series of public meetings and opportunities for people to submit written comments. The proposed drinking water source protection plan outlines the policies and programs needed to protect municipal water systems from contamination. It was developed under the Clean Water Act and was submitted in January 2013 to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change for approval. Since then, some amendments have been proposed. Parts of the plan have been revised to ensure it meets the
requirements of the Clean Water Act and regulations. Two new water sources have been added: a well in Melancthon Township serving Shelburne, and a backup intake in the Grand River, at Dunnville. New scientific studies have resulted in changes to the plan for water systems for Elora, Brant, Waterloo Region and Guelph (affecting properties in Puslinch). The amended version of the plan will be resubmitted to the MOECC; it is expected to be approved later this year. Copies of the plan and information about the public meetings and how to comment can be found at www.sourcewater.ca. Copies of the plan are also available at municipal offices throughout the watershed. Public meetings will be held between March 31 and April 16
in Amaranth, Fergus, Guelph, Waterloo, Cambridge, Brantford, Paris and Dunnville The Source Protection Plan outlines policies and programs to protect the sources of municipal drinking water serving more than 650,000 people in the Grand River watershed. They are served by more than 45 drinking water systems that draw water from about 190 wells, five river intakes and one Lake Erie intake. The plan uses a variety of tools to protect water sources such as municipal zoning bylaws, negotiated risk management plans, incentive programs and educational programs. The work of developing the source protection plan was led by the Lake Erie Region Source Protection Committee. It is a multi-stakeholder committee with representa-
tives from throughout the Lake Erie Source Protection Region, which includes the Grand River, Kettle Creek, Catfish Creek and Long Point Region watersheds. The Grand River Conservation Authority provided technical and other support to the committee. The committee worked closely with municipal officials to develop the plans and policies that are included in the plan. Owners of land where significant threats to water sources have been identified will also be notified of their opportunity to comment on the plan.
FROM PAGE ONE “Collaboratively our staff and volunteers provide patients with the very best hospital experience. The entire team should be proud of this recognition.” The full report is available on the NRCC’s website: www. nationalresearch.ca
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Principles laid out Dear Editor: Re: Reflections As one who shares in the Anabaptist heritage of the author, the Reflections article in the March 6 issue raised some troubling thoughts. The Anabaptists considered the Bible to be the Word of God written by men, inspired by the Holy Spirit. They believe it to be the progressive revelation of God’s will for mankind. The principles of mankind’s relationship to God were laid out in the Garden of Eden. Man is given a free choice. Choose to obey God’s commandments and receive His Blessings, or choose to disobey and reap the condemnation and eternal suffering. This is the real barrier and true stumbling block to the carnal nature. To accept the Holy Scriptures as truly revealing God’s will for mankind forces one to acknowledge our accountability to a sovereign God. It is true that the brutalities, atrocities and lustful living of some who have called themselves Christians are also a major barrier to those who seek meaning in life. But everyone must appear before the judgment seat and give account for
their own deeds. The choice to accept God’s word in obedience and crucify our carnal lusts and desires, accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour is each individual’s privilege. Without that, we have no part in the kingdom of Heaven. Satan was also in the Garden of Eden, already casting doubt on what God had said. He subtly suggested there was much to gain and little to lose by not being obedient. Once we start rejecting part of Scripture as not representing the true will of God, we are starting down a slippery slope. Yes, Jesus gave us pictures of a loving God and Father - to those who repent, believe and bring forth fruits of repentance. But Jesus also left no doubt about the condemnation of those who were disobedient to God. Weeping and gnashing of teeth everlasting, power to cast into hell, everlasting punishment, and other such terms bespeak to a righteous God who will judge and condemn all evil doers. Again, God in His great love provided a Saviour. But He leaves it up to the individual to choose to accept that Saviour on His terms. Aden Horst, Elmira
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EDITORIAL The Drayton Pee Wee Rep team is all-Ontario champion. The team won the Ontario Minor Hockey Association D championship this past weekend, besting Muskoka 3-1 in a six-point series. There has been plenty of exciting playoff action, including a number of runs to the provincial finals for local hockey teams in recent years. In 2014, local teams made it to the final round in Juvenile, Atom and Pee Wee age categories and did a fine job of representing their community before ultimately being eliminated. This year’s Pee Wee squad headed to Muskoka with a chance to clinch the title last weekend and played a “very calm and precise game” according to coach Jason Jack, capitalizing on two chances and topping it off with an empty-netter. For some Pee Wee team members, this was their third OMHA final in a row and their second championship. That’s an unforgettable experience for any young hockey player and a tribute to not only the hard work and dedication of the players, but the coaches, parents and local minor hockey volunteers who support them. Well done. Patrick Raftis
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NOTICE TO RATEPAYERS The first installment of the 2015 Interim Taxes for all property classes are due
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Taxes may be paid at the following locations: • Township of Mapleton Municipal Office, 7275 Sideroad 16 by cash, cheque or debit/interac • at most Financial Institutions or • by Telebanking/On-line banking with most financial institutions. There is a mail slot available at the office for payments being made after hours. Postdated cheques for the due date are accepted. Taxes may also be paid by mail addressed to the Township of Mapleton, P.O. Box 160, Drayton, ON N0G 1P0
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2015 Drayton Farm Show Map
Booth 1-2 3, 103 4 5, 6 7 8 9 10 11 12-14 15 16-18 19 20-21 22-23 24 25 26 27 28-30 31 32 33-35 36 37-38 39-41 42-44 45 46 47 48
Exhibitors Stoltz Sales & Service Nieuwland Feed & Supply Ltd. Josslin Insurance Brokers Ltd. Advance Construction Equipment Inc. Pioneer Hi-Bred Ltd. Perth Ag Partners Martin Well Drilling Inc. Trillium Mutual Insurance Dobben’s True Value Hardware Conestogo Agri Systems Carl Noble Barn Painting County Line Equipment Secure Insurance Solutions Norwell Dairy Systems Ltd. Moorefield Tire C&A Distributing Triaro Farms Inc. Stratford Agri Analysis M & M Family Acres Maple Lane Farm Service Henk’s Agri Service Cribit Seeds Jim Harkness Equipment Ltd. Molesworth Farm Supply Ltd. Marspan Home Hardware Premiere Equipment Ltd. ESM Farm Equipment Ltd. Multi Shelter Solutions Jake’s Rust Control Ontario Plowmans Assoc. Agri Trac
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Providing Emergency and Preventative Health Care for your Horses, Pets and Farm Livestock
80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108
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Liquid Organic Animal By-Product Management Services Drag Hose & Tanker Services Specialized in Agriculture
109 110 111 112 113 114 115
Exhibitors CIBC Grand River Conservation Authority K.A. Hammond & Co. Ltd. Genex Canada Peel Maryborough Mutual Ins. Marquardt Farm Drainage Ltd. Sun North
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DRAYTON Farm Show
Drayton Kinsmen Farm Show showcases rural Ontario agri-business by Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - The 34th annual Drayton Farm Show, sponsored by the Drayton Kinsmen, is ready to open its doors to farmers, agri-business and the general public. The focus of the show is on service, innovation and technology, but it is a show that has something for everyone. Last year’s event attracted over 3,200 people and Kinsmen show chair Kevin Van Loo said the club is looking to match or exceed those numbers in 2015. “The snow is melting and the temperatures are warmer but the farmers won’t be on the fields, so the turnout should be good,” said Van Loo. The two-day event takes place at the PMD arena in Drayton on April 1 and 2. The hours of the 2015 show have been adjusted slightly and there has been an increase in the admission. April 1 hours are 11am to 10pm and on April
2 the hours are 11am to 9pm. The admission increases to $5, with $2.50 designated to Cystic Fibrosis Research. Organizers credit the success of the show to its roots and that the show remains focused on being rural Ontario’s agribusiness showcase. The impact on economic development within the community and surrounding areas, encourages support for local businesses. “It’s a farming community and the exhibitors are pretty good. Most people know the exhibitors,” said Van Loo, commenting on the show’s ongoing popularity. Over 100 exhibits will be on display at the show. There will be a wide range of products and services, bringing innovation and technology to the agricultural industry. Van Loo expected most of the regular exhibitors to be back for 2015. This year, the Drayton Kinsmen will be doing something new by having a display about the club at booth 85. “The show is not just for farmers. There are displays, information booths and educational opportunities for everyone. Town people can also buy almost anything they need,” Van Loo noted. The family-friendly show welcomes all ages. The traditional bags of popcorn, stickers, pads of writing paper, pens and candy are always crowd pleasers. Members of
the Drayton medical team will be available to do blood pressure checks and answer questions related to dietary needs. Outside of the building, large farm equipment will be on display. Van Loo noted the show provides opportunities for other local groups to raise funds. Drayton Minor Hockey Association runs the food booth. Local Girl Guides will be selling their popular cookies during the show. This year’s collectible toy
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DRAYTON Farm Show
International 4WD this year’s collectible by Caroline Sealey DRAYTON - While there is always plenty to see and do at the Drayton Farm Show, one highlight of the event for many is a chance to check out or pick up the latest version of the customized show tractor. Since the event began, show organizers, the Drayton Kinsmen Club, have been offering a different scale model toy tractor each year, to the delight of show-goers and collectors. Every year the club orders and customizes 75 tractors and generally sells out. Most
are ordered before the show begins. The tractors are popular with collectors and those looking for a souvenir from the show. “This year’s tractor is a prestige collection, die-cast, 1/16 model of a four wheel drive (4WD), International 1066. The enhancements being made are hand painting of the engine, steps and tire rims. Yield signs and farm show stickers are additional features. The tractor is packaged in an official Drayton Farm Show box,” stated Drayton Farm show chair Kevin Van Loo.
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DRAYTON Farm Show Farm show supports Cystic Fibrosis research and numerous community betterment projects DRAYTON - Every year thousands flock to the Drayton Farm Show at the PMD Arena. Generally, they are seeking information, looking to purchase something or just looking around. But attending the show, which is organized annually by the Drayton Kinsmen also helps others in a variety of ways. First of all, $2.50 from every $5 admission is donated to cystic fibrosis (CF) research. In 2014, over 3,200 attended the farm show, which would translate into $8,000 for CF if attendance figures in 2015 match last year’s levels. About CF According to www.cysticfibrosis.ca, CF is the most common fatal genetic disease affecting Canadian children and young adults.
There is no cure for CF, a multi-system disease, primarily affecting the lungs and digestive system. In the lungs, where the effects of the disease are most devastating, a build-up of thick mucus causes increasingly severe respiratory problems. It may be difficult to clear bacteria from the lungs, leading to cycles of infection and inflammation, which damage delicate lung tissue. Improved therapies have helped to address digestive issues and virtually all CFrelated deaths are due to lung disease. Community betterment The rest of the proceeds from the Drayton Farm Show are put towards various Kinsmen projects in the community. The farm show is the biggest fundraiser of the year for
the Kinsmen. Over the years the members have completed hundreds of projects, including an addition to the agricultural society building, the purchase of a rescue van and the Jaws-of-Life for the local fire department, the development of ball parks and soccer fields, and a huge contribution to the PMD Arena. In 2013, the Kinsmen, in partnership with the Moorefield Optimists and Township of Mapleton, raised funds and provided manpower to create new playgrounds at parks in Drayton and Moorefield. Those are only a few examples of what Kinsmen have done for the community. They also provide support to a wide range of causes. Over the years those have also included: minor ball, hockey, soccer, figure skating,
the Scouts, school trips and activities, Kinsmen ball and soccer fields, the Moorefield Optimist Park and playgrounds, the Drayton Festival Theatre, community theatre groups, youth theatre, the Drayton Farmers’ Market, seniors outings and foster children causes. The club has also aided the fire department and Pregnancy Crisis Centre, the area United Way and the local food bank, as well as helping to fund multiple sclerosis research. The club is very concerned with children and has provided antidrug programs including a local Chicken Club, as well as bicycle safety courses. It supports the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Ontario March of Dimes, 4-H programs and the local agricultural society.
Fun for all - There’s always something for everyone at the Drayton Kinsmen Farm Show. Kandice Bosman, then 2, and sister Jenna, 3, of Moorefield, enjoyed the view from a new tractor while visiting the 2014 show. Community News photo
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Oh, my God! “Grandma said a bad word.” I seriously didn’t mean to use that kind of language around my impressionable grandchildren. It just slipped out. And as far as I am concerned, the auto correct on my cell phone was being stupid, anyway. But I did know that I wasn’t supposed to use the word stupid, or hate or dumb or idiot when the junior munchkins were within earshot. I have goofed up on more than one occasion. It’s a bit humbling when my grandbabies remind me about my words. Then, as I try to justify my words, saying I am referring to a thing not a person, they don’t buy in. “It’s still a bad word,
Grandma.” My own children are doing a good thing – encouraging more good words than bad to fill their young minds. Both my son and my daughter figure that soon enough the world will try to get its way and it won’t be so easy for them to stop those bad words from infiltrating and influencing. May as well try to have more uplifting words stored in their brains than derogatory. Something else has been bothering me lately. Actually it has been bothering me for a while. Maybe I have been watching too many episodes of American Idol or So You Think You Can Boogie. Why is it that so many people feel a need to punctuate conversation with cries of Oh My God - which is not said for any praiseworthy reason nor is it intended to call attention to the mighty works of the Lord?
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No holy awe here, folks. Only self-absorbed blasphemy in my books. Social networking sites aren’t any better either. They too, sport the typical OMG acronym more often than not. I am no prude, yet I am thinking that taking the Lord’s name in vain in this manner is saturating society and we hardly even bat an eyelash. Well, you know what they say ... If you can’t beat ‘em join ‘em. So, yes. That is what I will do. I will spend a portion of my day and include Oh, My God in my vocabulary starting right now. I sure know I have a million reasons in my life to say Oh, My God. In fact, I am going to share a few of those reasons right here. 1. Oh, my God! How wonderful you are. You created me in my mother’s womb and made me in a really cool way. I could never do that, even if I had the smarts. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully
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made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 139:14 2. Oh, my God! I survived cancer. I cannot thank you enough for giving me more days. I sure wasn’t finished having grandbabies or writing my stories or being a good wife or organizing my cupboards. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 3. Oh, my God! I have beautiful grandchildren who teach me so much from such an innocent perspective. How can anyone doubt who you are and what a miracle is. Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14 4. Oh, my God! You sent Jesus, knowing He would be rejected and persecuted and would die a horrible death on
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the cross. How you must love us. He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, and familiar with suffering. Like one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not. Isaiah 53:3 5. Oh, my God! Your power in nature is breathtaking. I plant a tiny seed and within a few months I am eating food that will nourish and sustain. My God - how do you do that? So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God, who makes things grow. 1Corinthians 3:7 6. Oh, my God! When I think of all the beautiful people you have put in my path, I rejoice. I don’t think I do it often enough, though. So thanks God for friends who say hello through emails, letters, phone calls, visits. I need to stop and smell the roses more often. A friend loves at all times...
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Proverbs 17:17 7. Oh, my God! For you, my God so loved this crazy mixed up, foul mouthed, power consuming, war-mongering world that you sent your only Son, Jesus, so that we may not perish but have that life that goes on and on forever. What, by the way my God, is forever? You have promised us eternal life with Jesus. Can I even fathom what that means? That thought seems too lofty. I am unworthy, yet you invite me to know you personally. Show me more, Lord. I cannot wait. But I will. Because, my God, it is all about You and Your perfect timing. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 May my good words always outweigh the bad! Thank you Oh, My God!
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In memory of
Elwood Koepke
The staff of RBC Royal Bank Drayton would like to send out a heartfelt thank you to all of our clients and the entire Mapleton township community for your care and support after the unfortunate event that took place here on Monday March 2nd, 2015. The flowers, treats, phone calls and kind words were certainly appreciated and helped give us the strength and courage to carry on in our day to day lives. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Sincerely, Shannon, Linda, Kathy, Karl and Anastasia
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PAGE TWELVE The Community News, Friday, March 27, 2015
Legion honors local school poem, essay contest winners DRAYTON Royal Canadian Legion Branch 416 here recently presented certificates to winners of the branch’s annual Remembrance Day Essay and Poster Competition. Drayton Legion Branch 416 president Doug Foell presented certificates and cash prizes to the winners from Drayton Heights Pubic School and Community Christian School. The local competition is organized by Mary Miller.
Abby Culp, of Drayton Heights Public School, placed first in the junior Essay competition and moved on to place third at the Zone C-3 level. photos by Caroline Sealey
Placing second in intermediate Colour Poster was Jadenne Hesselink, of Drayton Heights.
Intermediate Black and White Poster second place went to Elizabeth Klosa, of Drayton Heights.
Josh Gerth, of Drayton Heights,placed second with his junior Black and White Poster.
Colour posters - Primary to Grade 3, winners, in order of finish were: Samuel De Gelder, Joshua Vanderlaan, Cameron De Vries of Community Christian School.
Community Christian School colour posters winners, primary Grade 1, in order of finish, from left: Owen Vanderlaan, Matthew De Gelder, Makayla Kabbes.
Colour posters - Primary grade, from left: first, Kara Bosman; second, Joel Rumph; third; Iris Nieuwland; of Community Christian School.
Moriah McCracken, of Community Christian School, placed third in Zone C-3 Junior Poetry.
Junior colour poster winners are, in order of finish from left: Elisa VanderKool, Adrianne Cosens, Jocelyn De Weerd, of Community Christian School.
Winner in the colour posters intermediate category were Mariah Rumph, and (absent), third Jenna Duimering, of Community Christian School.
Posters Black and White - Junior winners included, from left: first Dyson Parker and third Kamryn Rumph, of Community Christian School.
Posters, Black and White - Intermediate winners, first Cody DeWeerd, right, and third Karissa Geerlink, of Community.
Junior essay winners included: second Gena Koetsier, left and third Lauryn Roubos,of Community Christian School.
Essay intermediate winners from Community Christian School are, in order of finish, from left: Alanna Parker, Jenna Duimering. Absent was, third, Patrick Vanderkooi.
Junior Poetry winners from Community Christian School are, in order of finish, from left: Moriah McCracken, Adrianne Cosens, and Alyssa Flinkert.
Intermediate Poetry winners from Community Christian School are, from left: first Jaime Koetsier, second Nicole Hiddema and, in a tie for third, Karissa Geerlinks and Ryan Mulder.
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MOOREFIELD UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY, MARCH 29 AT 1:30PM
DRAYTON UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY, MARCH 29 AT 7:30PM
Refreshments to Follow
Maryborough Township Housing Corporation (Terrace)
is requesting Quotes for the lawn and outdoor maintenance. The seniors apartment building is located at 11 Caroline Street in Moorefield. Please submit your quote c/o Lori Woodham 11 Caroline Street, P.O. Box 99, Moorefield, Ont. N0G 2K0 by April 8, 2015. Further information can be obtained by request: Call Lori at (519) 638-2984 or moorefield.seniors@gmail.com. Lowest quote not necessarily accepted.